Falls Lake Ventures Dam dam
Falls Lake Ventures Dam
Falls Lake Ventures Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts. Completed in 2002, the earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 23.4 feet, with a structural height of 26.5 feet and a length of 260 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 57 acre-feet, the dam overlooks an unnamed tributary to the Neuse River, offering a surface area of 4.6 acres for visitors to enjoy.
Managed and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Falls Lake Ventures Dam boasts a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of January 2019. The structure, with its associated recreation purposes, is subject to regular state inspections, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. Despite its private ownership, the dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for outdoor activities, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a unique experience in the heart of North Carolina's scenic landscape.
With its strategic location and serene surroundings, Falls Lake Ventures Dam offers a tranquil escape for individuals looking to immerse themselves in nature while engaging in recreational activities. Whether it's fishing, boating, or simply taking in the picturesque views, this privately owned earth dam provides a refreshing retreat for visitors to unwind and connect with the beautiful outdoors. As a testament to its importance in the local community, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water management and sustainable development, catering to the needs of both residents and tourists alike.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Falls Lake Ventures Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neuse River Near Falls | 123 cfs | → |
| Ellerbe Creek Near Gorman | 22 cfs | → |
| Knap Of Reeds Creek Near Butner | 12 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Cr At Ebenezer Church Rd Nr Raleigh | 15 cfs | → |
| Flat River Trib Nr Willardville | 0 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 12 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Falls Lake Ventures Dam.
Boat launches
- Creedmoor Road 13900, Town Of Wake Forest
- Durham County
- Duck Cove Trail Wake County
- Falls Lake Trail Wake County
- Baptist Route 4398, Durham County
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Holly Point - Falls Lake
- Rolling View - Falls Lake
- Two Oaks Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
- Overlook Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
Track Falls Lake Ventures Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Falls Lake Ventures Dam
Where does the data for Falls Lake Ventures Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Falls Lake Ventures Dam.